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Gopher Tortoise.
Gopher Tortoise - as a noun
Burrowing edible land tortoise of southeastern north america
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gophergopher turtlegopherus polypemusExample Sentences
"The gopher tortoise is a species of turtle native to the southeastern United States."
"The gopher tortoise is known for its ability to dig deep burrows."
"The gopher tortoise is listed as a threatened species in many states."
"The gopher tortoise digs burrows that can be up to 40 feet long."
"The gopher tortoise is a keystone species in its habitat."